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When I miss you -
written by Cornelia Maude Spelman ; illustrated by Kathy Parkinson.
Morton Grove, Ill. : Albert Whitman & Co., 2004.
1 v. (unpaged) : col. ill. ; 27 cm.
Annotations:
- A young guinea pig describes situations that make him miss his parents, how it feels to miss them, and what he can do to feel better.
Horn Book Guide:
- Fall 2004 Preschool Rating 4, Recommended, with minor flaws.
Reading Measurement Programs:
Accelerated Reader
Interest Level Lower Grade
Book Level 1.7
Accelerated Reader Points 0.5
Reviews:
- Carolyn Phelan (Booklist, Mar. 1, 2004 (Vol. 100, No. 13))
In this picture book from the well-received the Way I Feel series, Spelman offers support for children with separation anxiety and, in a note to parents and teachers, practical advice for helping kids cope. A little guinea pig narrates, telling her parents how she feels and how she comforts herself when they leave her at day care or with a babysitter. She even mentions how unsettling a parent's business trip can be. While acknowledging anger and sadness ("Missing you is a heavy, achy feeling"), the text and illustrations show the little guinea pig moving beyond her initial despondency into play, laughter, and good times, including the happiness of being reunited. Few picture books deal with this common childhood trial in such a helpful way, acknowledging the emotions and providing reassurance. The lively illustrations feature lively line drawings washed with warm, glowing colors are drawn with a keen eye for the child's world. A good resource for parents and a natural choice for children who will take comfort in finding their emotions mirrored in a picture books. Category: Books for the Young--Fiction. 2004, Albert Whitman, $15.95. PreS-K.Horn Book (The Horn Book Guide, Fall 2004)
A young guinea pig describes how he feels whenever he's temporarily separated from one or both of his parents. Sometimes the narrator seems to be parroting adult ideas ("When I miss you, there are ways others can help me"), but overall the text is sensitive and reassuring. The gentle images of the pudgy, anthropomorphized animal cast seem influenced by Rosemary Wells. (Way I Feel series). Category: Preschool. 2004, Whitman, 24pp, $15.95. Ages 2 to 5. Rating: 4: Recommended, with minor flaws.Diane Gonzales (The Lorgnette - Heart of Texas Reviews (Vol. 17, No. 3))
Children experience separation from their parents at one point or another--this is inevitable. This book begins to help children understand that even though they are separated from their parents, they will reunite with them soon. This can be very difficult for children to understand, and many times they will feel abandoned. The young boy in the book keeps a familiar blanket close to him to help ease his anxiety. Also, from my personal experience in the classroom, pictures of parents are an easy way for a child to feel closer to a parent. The children can look at the pictures any time they miss their parents. This story is wonderfully illustrated, and it has a very happy ending when the child and parent are reunited. (Way I Feel). Fiction, Highly Recommended. Grades Preschool. 2004, Whitman, Unpaged., $15.95. Ages 2 to 4. Series:
- The way I feel
Subjects:
- Guinea pigs Fiction.
Loneliness Fiction.
Parent and child Fiction.
| Language | Call Number | LCCN | Dewey Decimal | ISBN/ISSN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English (eng) | PZ7.S74727 Wh 2004 |
2003014761 |
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0807589101 (hardcover) 9780807589106 |